Assistant Director, Career Advancement

University of Chicago

Chicago, IL, US
Base: $72,250.00 - $93,500.00; bonus/equity: not s...
2-5 years work experience in related discipline
Bachelor's degree required
Experience working with college-aged students
This role serves a cohort of 1st through 4th year undergraduate students by providing proactive career advising and securing internships or full-time job opportunities

Job Summary

  • This role serves a cohort of 1st through 4th year undergraduate students by providing proactive career advising and securing internships or full-time job opportunities.
  • The position requires leading employer outreach across public, private, and non-profit sectors while planning and executing workshops and events to foster student engagement.
  • Candidates must utilize Salesforce to track student progress, manage data analytics, and report outcomes to senior leadership and donors.

Matching Summary

This role serves a cohort of 1st through 4th year undergraduate students by providing proactive career advising and securing internships or full-time job opportunities.

Salary

Base: $72,250.00 - $93,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2-5 years work experience in related discipline
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Experience working with college-aged students
  • Proficiency in Salesforce data tracking
  • Strong coaching and counseling skills

Nice-to-have

  • Background in corporate setting preferred
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Experience developing internship programs
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends occasionally
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving mindset

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 2-5 years of relevant work experience
  • College or university degree required
  • Experience with college-aged students or recent graduates

Work Rights

Not specified

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